Lost Anchor (Anchora, White Reef)
Protected Area
Reserva Natural Ponta de Sinó
Why dive here
Lost Anchor (Anchora, White Reef) is a reef dive where divers can encounter dolphins, dwarf minke whales, humpback whales, ocean sunfish (mola mola) and orcas. Water ranges 22-28°C, warmest August, September, October.
The Lost Anchor, also known as Anchora or White Reef, is a straightforward dive on Sal, perfect for beginners. Dropping to a maximum of 14 metres, it's an easy drift over a mostly sandy bottom. We often spot schools of goatfish sifting through the sand here, and sometimes a few stingrays resting on the seabed. It’s a gentle introduction to Cape Verde diving, ideal for shaking off the rust or completing a training dive.
Typical Lost Anchor (Anchora, White Reef) Dive Profile
Illustrative profile based on site depth and type. Actual dive profiles vary - always follow your dive computer and training.
Safety Notes
Always perform a 3-minute safety stop at 5m before surfacing.
Nearest Dive Centres to Lost Anchor (Anchora, White Reef)
Dive shops near Lost Anchor (Anchora, White Reef)
Cabo Verde Diving
Santa Maria Dive Center
Scubateam Cabo Verde
Eco Dive School Cabo Verde
CABO DIVING LDA
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Conditions
Ocean conditions, forecast and tides for Lost Anchor (Anchora, White Reef)
Lost Anchor (Anchora, White Reef) Ocean Conditions
Monthly averages for Lost Anchor (Anchora, White Reef), sourced from Open-Meteo marine data - nearest station: Open-Meteo marine grid (16.61, -22.93) (1km away)
October Averages
Sea Temperature
28°C
82°F · Range: 26.6–29.7°C
Air Temperature
27°C
80°F
Wind Speed
7.91 m/s
15.4 knots
Atmospheric Pressure
1013.5 hPa
Based on 4 years of monitoring data · Data sources: Open-Meteo marine data
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